By Saclic Studio · iPhone · iPad
A phone. A cold case. The truth is buried somewhere in between. ColdTrace puts you inside a real investigation, or at least, it feels that way. Navigate a stranger's phone, piece together the timeline, and decide: was it really an accident? AN IMMERSIVE FICTIONAL EXPERIENCE • Explore a fully simulated phone interface: messages, photos, notes, voice
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App Store edition · Researched Oct 29, 2026 · Guide updated Oct 29, 2026.
The core mechanic involves navigating a fully simulated phone interface. You must explore various digital elements like messages, photos, notes, and voicemails to piece together the timeline and uncover the truth behind the cold case.
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Since the game is not a passive experience, you should actively choose which files to dig into and when. Your specific choices regarding what you read and investigate will shape your personal understanding of the case.
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No, the game features a tiered access model. While some investigations are provided for free, other chapters require a Premium unlock, and the complete experience can be accessed through an in-app purchase.
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New in 1.3.1
• Noor's case improved in every language
• Richer phones in the cases of Isla, Nadia, Harlow, Imogen, Esme, Wren and Juno, with new apps, photos, music and conversations
• Translation fixes in many languages and general bug fixes
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Developer description, as provided in the original store listing.
A phone. A cold case. The truth is buried somewhere in between.
ColdTrace puts you inside a real investigation, or at least, it feels that way. Navigate a stranger's phone, piece together the timeline, and decide: was it really an accident?
AN IMMERSIVE FICTIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Explore a fully simulated phone interface: messages, photos, notes, voicemails
• Uncover a layered narrative where every clue matters
• Multiple threads to follow, one truth to uncover
FEEL THE TENSION
The line between player and investigator blurs. You're not watching the story unfold, you're living it. Every deleted file, every text thread, every timestamp brings you closer to the answer.
YOUR INVESTIGATION, YOUR PACE
ColdTrace is not a passive experience. What you read, what you dig into, and when, it all shapes your understanding of what happened.
For fans of interactive fiction, true crime podcasts, and crime documentaries who want to go deeper.
ColdTrace is a fictional narrative experience. All characters and events are entirely invented.
Note: Some chapters require a Premium unlock.
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ColdTrace: Cold Case Mystery is listed on the GB App Store. Availability varies by region and compatible device.
The recorded download price is free. In-app purchases, subscriptions, or additional content may cost extra. Source checked Oct 29, 2026.
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